The #1 mistake most people make isn't not training enough, it's over training. You'll be sore and tired all the time and generally miserable at best- at worst, you'll injure yourself. His best tip? Go to a running store and let them recommend some shoes and be prepared to spend $125 or so. Yeah, it's a lot and it's sucks, but it's well worth it. My last suggestion- keep running as gadget free as possible - phone and ear buds, check. Shoes, check. Some clothes your comfortable in and experimenting with for different weather conditions, and that's about it. Fancy water bottles and belts, compression sleeves, custom orthotics, etc- I only recommend trying that stuff if you think there's a need for it as you gain experiencing with running. I only say this because I've done it and tried it. One of the best parts of the sport of running is the freedom from just about everything- freedom from interruptions, from frustration, from your friends and family, from your job- a chance to just think about nothing and let your body and mind come together in a way few other activities can accomplish. As far as actual race day goes, be prepared to sleep like shit- I don't think I've ever gotten more than 4 hours of sleep. It doesn't matter. Your training and excitement will get you through it, I promise. When the race starts, just let it all go and enjoy the moment.
@alexm18412 жыл бұрын
I went out slow and steady for the first time in a decade… collapsed at mile 4… literally saw stars and before I knew it I was taking an involuntary “nap” in the grass on the side of the road. This is gonna be a long journey to my first marathon 😓😅
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Just keep going
@alexm18412 жыл бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling will do! Already feeling better. Epson salt baths and iced all last week. Completed 14 miles total and onto week 2 of 20 from my training program
@miguelcano2922 жыл бұрын
@@alexm1841 how’s it going so far
@beescheeseandwineplease8892 жыл бұрын
1. Avoid the heat. Common mistake is to think that more sweat is giving you a better workout but, if that was true then skipping sleep and purposely dehydrating yourself before run would be productive; it’s obviously not. Run in the early AM or before sunset. Optimize your body; this videos is really good, follow it closely. 2. Consistency and patient is the key. Even if you only get 1% better per week, that is a great accomplishment, and after a year you will see a 52% improvement, which is epic.
@ichnarhof35122 жыл бұрын
@@beescheeseandwineplease889 math left the chat. 1.01 is the improvement over a week, meaning 1.01^52 equals the improvement over a year because a year has 52 weeks. thus you will improve 67.8% over a 1 year. you cant add and/or subtract percentages because it's relative. 4:23 you obviously did not run enough.
@karij81974 жыл бұрын
Note to self: Leafy green, spinach, kale, beetroot juice. Train hard, Rest hard, active rest. Good pair of shoes and compression socks.
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
And don’t forget to stay hydrated :)
@karij81974 жыл бұрын
AlexTheVagabond thank you 😊
@mustanggirlll4 жыл бұрын
I want to train for the LA marathon next year. I started with 5ks and I ran my first half marathon last September, it was the most difficult/amazing thing I’ve ever accomplished.
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You can do it! If you can run a half you can run a whole
@ferfer70004 жыл бұрын
I started with 5 miles than 8 miles, 10 miles which i thought was a huge accomplisment. I then enlisted myself in a hapf marathon run and now im training for a marathon!!!!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You can do it!!! Just keep moving :)
@gamelakissy20763 жыл бұрын
can you pleease give me your instagram i just wanna ask you something
@ZBB4499 Жыл бұрын
It’s been 2 years Did you complete a marathon
@paulallen1939 Жыл бұрын
Did you do it?
@ismael15593 жыл бұрын
Ran 10 miles in 1:18:45 on the 28th of December trained since August, completed my first half in 1:57:37 this November.
@nathaniel04 Жыл бұрын
Incredible job!
@yashpandey70319 күн бұрын
Thats impressive
@bbrdodger324 жыл бұрын
I am doing my second Half-Ironman this year, but next year want to push to a full marathon and hopefully build towards a full Ironman.
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Amazing!! I really want to do an Ironman too. Hopefully in 2021. I was thinking about doing it this year but with the wedding and all the trips already lined up training would be a really big challenge
@istvanberes86793 жыл бұрын
Well i hope you did not lose your motivation in these hard times
@cuberstu3 жыл бұрын
I walked the last 9 miles of my first marathon, I intend to run the whole off next one in Lochness 🥵
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
You got it! Lochness sounds like a great spot for a marathon
@cuberstu3 жыл бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling that's what I thought, if your not going to do many make sure there somewhere fantastic! 🏃♂️🐍🌊
@brianlopez92053 жыл бұрын
You finished it though :)
@lmgpharm3 жыл бұрын
You can do it!! Build up to where you can run for 2 hrs and you've got it. Go Cuber!!
@lenasmart10862 жыл бұрын
Hi Cuber Stu. I’m also running the Loch Ness marathon in 2 weeks! Gulp! Best of luck to you.
@Johanna-wf2vh4 жыл бұрын
I did my first 25k (15.5miles) today and in 4 months I want to do my first (half-) marathon race together with my mom who has been running marathons for years. Still unsure what I am going to sign up for, but I am excited! ❤️
@RayaWasHere4 жыл бұрын
Ahh I just agreed to a half marathon (and that is huge to me because I do not run.. like ever) but this is perfect! Thanks Alex, super inspiring! ❤️
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Raya!! I’m stoked for you! You can do it :)
@NothingToDoCrew4 жыл бұрын
If you can run 13.1 miles, you can definitely run 26.2, so you might as well get the big one out of the way!
@niamhmc65902 жыл бұрын
How did it go?😁
@epicveydaant81472 жыл бұрын
I was fully exhausted in the half of the run so can expect what happened the other half 😢😔😂😂😂😂
@uniqueonpurpos32 жыл бұрын
Me too!!
@adamyoung46424 жыл бұрын
Hey man, yeah totally training towards a half marathon at the moment. There’s another piece of interesting history about the Marathon. After the Athenians won the battle of Marathon, they found out that Athens was being invaded so the soldiers that were left ran the 25 miles back to Athens in full armor to defend the city of Athens. Pretty crazy what the human body is capable of with the right training. Thanks for the tips man. Great video.
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
That's crazy! I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing Adam! Good luck with your Marathon!
@bmac34523 жыл бұрын
Hey man, think your facts are mixed up but the true still is still a laugh! Greeks defeated the Persians at Marathon then sent a runner to Athens to tell them. His name was Philippides and once he gave the message to the Athenians he dropped dead haha, so marathons were hard then too.
@underwaterlevelz1947 Жыл бұрын
Ran my first half marathon last month in 90 minutes, Going to do the Hartford marathon in October only a few days after my 40th birthday. Hoping to get under 3:10:00 and to qualify for Boston Marathon.
@FromSimone2 жыл бұрын
Who’s here prepping for a marathon in 2022?
@anthonywaldon7805 Жыл бұрын
2023
@amydiaz4861 Жыл бұрын
@@anthonywaldon7805 same here
@mohamedabdulkarim779Ай бұрын
2024💪
@GenresOfJhana3 жыл бұрын
This was so encouraging!! I signed up for my first marathon last night, slated for Sept 4th of this year...I’m really looking forward to the mental and emotional effects this will have on me, the accomplishment alone is going to mean SO much 💫
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Best of luck! You can do it just keep moving :)
@yu.nebulae Жыл бұрын
here as the year ended, how did it go?!
@Tommy.McLean Жыл бұрын
How did it go?
@nubiar53 жыл бұрын
Ran a marathon in 2011 without training … done many half marathons without training as well … I am planing to do another one in 12/2021 … I want to do it the right way … thank you for the tips 👍🏼
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
You got it in the bag then. With training it won’t be as hard on the body
@martinl29303 жыл бұрын
Doing the Chicago marathon! It’s my first one and I’m so pumped
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Congrats! You can do it Martin
@Derlet304 жыл бұрын
I ran my very first half-marathon this weekend and it was a-m-a-z-i-n-g! After getting my certificate of completion for this first milestone, I am definitely setting my sights on doing a full marathon next month. I am super excited about this and I found your video incredibly helpful! Thank you so much for providing the historical background--makes it so much more exciting and epic!--and for sharing footage of your first marathon. Thank you so much!! And best of wishes on all your upcoming races too!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Congrats Katherine! I’m proud of you! You can do a full marathon for sure! Slow and steady! All the best
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Michael Williams Hey! I started training for the marathon about 6 months before the date.
@kekaiula25633 жыл бұрын
Hey, your friendly Exercise Science college nerd here. Almost have my bachelors and learned a lot about exercise science in the military. You mentioned a common misconception about muscle soreness and that it is caused by lactic acid build up in the muscles and that’s why you should foam roll. This is actually not true and it is caused by something called DOMS (delayed onset muscle syndrome). Lactic acid does build up during exercise but only for a very brief amount of time and then your levels return to normal very quickly. Just thought I’d throw that out there so you’re not misled. However, it is true that foam rolls helps with recovery and promoting the return of oxygenated blood to the muscles. Thanks for sharing your experience though. I’ll be running my first marathon in February myself so thanks for taking the time to make this video.
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Daniel. Thanks for sharing!
@exoizlyfe6079 Жыл бұрын
The first part was actually interesting. I would love to hear more about the history of ultra athletes/running
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Have you ever thought about running a marathon? Let me know in the comment what your thoughts are, what your fears are, and whether or not you're going to take up the challenge in 2020!
@cotopaxipamela4 жыл бұрын
I will be running one this December. I’m on a training schedule. Just completed my long run for the week which was 7 miles. Do people take drinks or packs on marathons?
@Brickswol4 жыл бұрын
I want to do the Richmond Marathon in 2021! The most I’ve ever run was 9 miles and that was about 6-7 years ago in high school. If the marathon is always in November then I have about 14 months to prepare.
@Brickswol4 жыл бұрын
cotopaxipamela I don’t plan on it because at the Richmond, aid stations are every 2 miles.
@priyak25663 жыл бұрын
I am training for a full marathon(virtual at this point) and will be running in Oct’20. My pace hasn’t improved and is at 15min/mile. All I am looking is to complete the marathon without injury and need to have endurance to run for 7 hours. Any suggestions are welcome!
@bumpyjohnson2883 жыл бұрын
just bought some sauconys at feet fleet today. ive been running in some nikes for about three weeks now i put in 20-25 miles a week but i need to make big changes to my diet
@NothingToDoCrew4 жыл бұрын
My biggest advice is to skip the half marathon and just go for the full monty. If you are able to push yourself to run 13.1 miles, you can definitely run 26.2, it is 99% mental. I was in the worst shape of my life (33, pulled hamstring, bad knees) and i ran my first marathon a few months ago. I only went on 10 training runs leading up to the marathon, so i was definitely dieing during the race but i am glad i got the big one out of the way. Next year i will probably run the half
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
I’d agree there. If you can do a half, you can do the whole thing
@ferfer70004 жыл бұрын
My knees ache after 13 miles, should ignore when it starts to burn? Lol i dont struggle with losing my breath or anything its just hurts my knees.
@cotopaxipamela4 жыл бұрын
I’m going from only having run 3 5k’s to full Marathon. Everyone thinks I’m crazy. I’m just determined!
@jozephrice56102 жыл бұрын
Thank you for those tips. I signed up for the San Diego Rock N’ Roll marathon oct 24th. I ran the half marathon in 2019 now that it’s back up and running this will be my first official Full marathon. I also really enjoyed the brief history lesson on marathons that was cool 😎
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
You’re going to be fine and as an SD local I’ve heard the rock n roll marathon is great
@ananda_miaoyin2 жыл бұрын
This is the kind of motivation I like to see. I signed up for my first marathon for December 2022. It is the California International. I used to be a runner back in the military days but I am now 45 and will be 46 on race day. Sucks to put it out 11 months but it is the only legit marathon in my area. I just did maximal testing at the VA hospital labs - echos, ultrasounds, 7 day telemetry and a gnar 12 lead EKG stress test. Max heart rate certified at 181. No cardiac issues. I am cleared to boogie and STOKED!!
@christianbondoc6732 Жыл бұрын
Hey, me too. Also signed up for CIM 2022 as my first marathon. Good luck in your training!
@ananda_miaoyin Жыл бұрын
@@christianbondoc6732 Thank you. I am going to have to donate my fees this year. Just closed my business and moved! Too much going on to train. There is always next year.
@FavioD73 жыл бұрын
I'll be running a marathon in 2 months, can't wait to run!
@CJBlake-ym6kyАй бұрын
Hydrate, electrolytes, you're stronger than you know, KEEP GOING!
@kamilamaratova24894 жыл бұрын
Just today I was thinking about running a half marathon in April but I wasn’t sure that I can prepare.And on KZfaq I saw you made a video about it!Thank you for the tips and the great videos on your channels!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You can do it!!! I hope this video helps spark your desire to make it happen.
@soccerboss79243 жыл бұрын
Planning on running a marathon in 3 weeks. Haven’t started training yet, don’t have super long distance history, and will definitely struggle but I know it’ll be a challenge and that’s the appeal for me. It’ll be the most challenging thing I’ve ever done but I know I will do it
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Best of luck!!
@jejdjnendjfj80033 жыл бұрын
How’d it go
@Kaylebfinds4 жыл бұрын
Giving birth in 2 months from now. Planning to run the Disney world marathon January 2021!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the upcoming baby and the marathon plans! You can definitely do both! Wishing you all the best.
@JJTheawesomeHD3 жыл бұрын
How did it go?
@sophiemccron89804 жыл бұрын
I’m running my first half marathon in March but would one day love to be able to have a go at running a full one
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You can do it. Your half marathon will show you what you’re capable of. Good luck Sophie!
@avamorley46923 жыл бұрын
how did it go?
@AJ42K2 жыл бұрын
Running my First Ever Marathon within 36 hours from now. Heartland Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and Marathon Relay. Sunday September 26th, 2021. 7am Sharp. It will be an automatic PR hence first time.
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Just keep on keeping on!
@restored_soules7453 Жыл бұрын
I jus signed up for my first marathon and I’m excited. I’ve never done a 5k race or 10k race or half marathon. But I’ve ran consistently the past couple months and I’m believing for the best. Deff nervous, excited, and all the feels! 26.2 here I come!! Thank you for the video, encouragement, realness and all the info. Just keep going and running 🏃
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
You got it. Just keep moving :)
@madisonroussel Жыл бұрын
I am running my first marathon in July and I am in the same boat as you! We got this!
@restored_soules7453 Жыл бұрын
@@madisonroussel congrats!! What is your training and dieting looking like?
@mikeg10152 жыл бұрын
LA marathon March 20th. (Currently March 9th) Let’s do this !!🤙
@RadioScars2 жыл бұрын
How did it go!
@marlonjormungand78453 жыл бұрын
Compression socks saved my life dude i had shin splints aaaall the time and could not get rid of them but compression socks made it 5-10 times better.
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
They are a must now
@gautamnagvekar9934 Жыл бұрын
Beetroot increases Hemoglobin which increases blood which increases stamina.
@BeyondTheCompass8174 жыл бұрын
"That's because running 26.2 miles isn't really all that fun." Lol!😂 Great video from the perspective of a regular person setting a realistic goal to finish a marathon. It has me thinking now about it, but maybe starting out with a 10K run, nothing too extreme. Great practical advice, too
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! A 10k is a good place to start!
@luizfelipevercosa11 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video! I have completed my second half-marathon and will have 6 months to prepare for a full marathon. Your tips are valuable for me!
@AlexanderAyling10 ай бұрын
You got this!
@trywithchris4 жыл бұрын
I’ll be turning 31 later just month, I never really had a desire to do one until lately. Great tips
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You got it Chris!
@MTknives4 жыл бұрын
Training for a 1/2 right now, hoping to run a full Marathon by the end of the year :) Thanks for the tips!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You got this!
@Jalen5TheRose4 жыл бұрын
Running my first Marathon in October! I’m running the Detroit Free Press Marathon.
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Amazing stuff Jalen! Stoked for you!! You got it
@nailtechrox34 жыл бұрын
That was AWESOME! Sharing this with my running partner. Great tips. We are running our first full marathon at CIM if it doesn’t get cancelled😩 fingers crossed! Thanks, fantastic video
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You can do it! And if the actual race gets canceled, consider doing your own!!
@ananda_miaoyin2 жыл бұрын
Sweet. I just signed up for 2022! How did you do?
@Landen-Torres6 ай бұрын
Running my first Marathon on Valentine's day . Fort Lauderdale, FL. Thanks for the tips and tricks. I'll be remembering these on it.
@marcusmantica90073 жыл бұрын
Running my first Marathon on Valentine's day 😁😁. Fort Lauderdale, FL. Thanks for the tips and tricks. I'll be remembering these on it.
@antonantonov28643 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video Alex. It is very much needed- I am running my first marathon for charity next year. Started training slightly less than two months ago and already see a good progress. Good luck!
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
No problem Anton! Glad the video could help. Keep up the training!
@cbitm173 жыл бұрын
I love your video!!! Very inspirational I'm running the NYC Marathon Your video definitely helped
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Enjoy and good luck!
@jamestopic28802 жыл бұрын
I’m running one tomorrow. Thanks for the tips. 26.2 🏃♂️
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Best of luck!
@jamestopic28802 жыл бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling I did it! I may not have gotten a very fast time, but I made it all 26 miles and 385 yards, so I’m pretty happy about that.
@jjschmel4 жыл бұрын
I started training for my first marathon and it was cancelled due to COVID. I have maintained my training and will run it on my own! Your tips are very good, however I will say that I have been training in VIVO barefoot shoes and while its more difficult than more comfortable shoes, its very satisfying and really strengthens your feet and form! Also, ice baths baby!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You got this! Keep the training up. Stoked you're going to run it on your own. I'd suggest doing laps that pass by your home and set out some water and snacks outside for you to grab to keep you fueled! Good luck
@ToldoMexes Жыл бұрын
Marathon is 42.195 KM- not in miles. It is europe event.
@jackie62174 жыл бұрын
I’m gonna run my first half marathon next april
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Great job signing up Jackie. You’re going to be fine :)
@genevievethorburn15864 жыл бұрын
Started running in March, I can now do 10k, I’m going to do a half marathon training plan from September with a view to doing a full marathon in April!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You got this! Great to hear Genevieve!
@gamelakissy20763 жыл бұрын
yoooo can i add u on instagraaam
@tylercoggins4436 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been running 10 miles a day for the last 4 months and really love running actually, I’m really hoping to do a Marathon in the future!
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
If you can do 10 you can do a marathon! Just book one and go for it :)
@angelicazepeda77 Жыл бұрын
Thank u for sharing ur story - I’m getting ready to run my first marathon
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
Of course, thank you for watching Angelica. You are gonna do fine. Just keep moving. I've got my first ULTRA Marathon next month, 50KM trail running. Subscribe so you don't miss the video about it. Happy New Year!
@jordanwax97794 жыл бұрын
I am training for my first marathon that is set to be in January! I hope it actually happens but this video definitely gives me motivation every time i watch it! Thanks so much for the tips!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jay! Makes me happy to hear the video helps. Just keep running. You got this
@heyymates6692 жыл бұрын
My first Marathon: Was only running for fun and without proper training. The night before the big run i was at my friends house for his birthday. We drank some alcohol, and stayed up till 4 am. At 7 am the run started. I haven't been sleeping at all that night, and just arrived after the last runners left the starting area and hopped in. My time was 4:05 hours, and THIS was certainly not healthy. Learned from my mistakes ...
@rachelh930 Жыл бұрын
This video is so inspiring! Thank you so much for making it.
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
No worries. Thanks for watching Rachel. I hope you decide to go for it!
@chrisginoc4 ай бұрын
As a busy dad with a career, 5 and 7 year olds with 2 active dogs, would you recommend training with a BOB Stroller?
@Yaiphare282 Жыл бұрын
Tomorrow's my First Marathon Wish me Luck😶🌫️
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
One step in front of the other. You got this!
@runningvibes3 жыл бұрын
I have been training to run a marathon. I want to run the Philadelphia Marathon 2022. I just ran my first 5K race this month. And plan to run a couple more and work my way up to a half.
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! You got it Christina. Just keep running and slowly increase distance. I’d highly suggest getting a good pair of compression socks for helping with muscle repair. Pretty sure I linked my favorite pair in the description. Best of luck!
@jmdrummer74 жыл бұрын
I have run two half marathons, contemplating my first marathon, thanks for the good info.
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You got it then for sure!
@bobbob93643 жыл бұрын
Giving myself 7 yrs ,I will be 60 and want to get under 4 hrs ,but am doing an overall body prog ,strength etc, have been fairly consistent last 4 yrs/ lots of benefits mostly cut out processed food ,mentally I see a joyous future ,being genuinely strong and fit in my pension years /
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
That’s the plan! Good luck Bob keep going 🙌🏼
@byb79153 жыл бұрын
Thanks, man. Just signed up to a half marathon (21km) it's my first marathon! Again .. appreciate the video!
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
How did it go?
@byb7915 Жыл бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling painful, but extremely rewarding .. felt so good to finish it .. i had a lot of doubt throughout the race, but just tried to just focus on right step left step to distract myself from the pain
@TravelGlobalVideos4 жыл бұрын
Great tips!! Mindset I've heard is so key. Especially once you hit that halfway point.
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
It’s so crucial!! You gotta stay positive with the mindset for sure! That’s what gets you across the finish line. Thanks for watching ;)
@israelperez62772 жыл бұрын
The Running shoes was the life saver… I had sever ankle pain every time I ran 10+ miles. When I got a the No Bull runners, it vanished
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@jakepalmer60844 жыл бұрын
I'm a new sub and I really enjoy your content! Very good advice! Looking forward to new videos bud!
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Jake! Have you seen my Mountain Biking from Colorado to Utah series??
@ham4563 жыл бұрын
Great video! I doing a marathon in April. I agree to all your training tips! It's months away but I'm already so nervous. Thank for making the video! A lot of encouragement!
@PianoChuck Жыл бұрын
6:33 When id do my cycling training 1 hour in or after was typically when I felt the need for calories and it helped. You mentioned 10 miles which idk what pace that is for you but I’d assume at 6min fastest being an hour or if slower than later.
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
Every 6 miles or so I feel like refueling is a good call
@wnc3309 Жыл бұрын
I just signed up for the LA marathon 2023. I’m so nervous, ty for the tips
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
You’ll be fine - just keep moving
@mikewalt3276 Жыл бұрын
Super helpful, thanks so much!
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
You got this!
@whatevraa Жыл бұрын
I thaught I was the only one having insane cravings for food at around 6 miles lol..... just a bit eof something to gets u keep goin!
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
The real food cravings started at mile 16 for me haha
@whatevraa Жыл бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling 😆
@tiborvandesande36532 жыл бұрын
wow great video man! very helpfull! keep up the good work!
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tibor. Hope you enjoy your marathon!
@BrendenCheong4 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Alex.
@AlexanderAyling4 ай бұрын
You’re very welcome
@BrendenCheong4 ай бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling Your comment made my day Alex.🙏🏼🙏🏼
@MadDadLad Жыл бұрын
Doing my first marathon in June in my home city of Cork. I'm fit enough but running hasn't been a strong point but it's something I'm gonna address ik the lead up to the June 4th race day! As ambitious as it's going to sound, I'm aiming for sub 3 hours for the 42 km course but as Goggins always puts it; "Why train for a half marathon when you cam do a full one?!" Thanks for the advice bud and I'm buzzing for June 4th!!
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
Go for it! We're capable of so much more than we think. I've got a 50KM Ultra coming up in a month. I'll share my experiences in a video on my channel once I've done it. Subscribe and stay tuned!
@DC-zu2jh2 жыл бұрын
love this, thanks for the video !!
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching
@BenJohnston884 жыл бұрын
nice New Zealand Tatt on ur leg haha, Watching from NZ about to run my first half in 3 weeks
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Did your Marathon get canceled because of Covid?
@QUICKFACTS2472 жыл бұрын
Thanks alex it really helps
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
🙏🏼🙏🏼
@auansano95212 жыл бұрын
Yes i did sign up on my first marathon. Am excited and afraid too. but as i watched your video, boost my confidence to go through. Thankyou for the inspiration❤️
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@bateman17303 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have my first marathon coming up in October 2021. Excited and nervous haha
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
You got it! Just keep putting one foot in front of the other
@ElGnomoCuliao2 жыл бұрын
Its quite easy actually, whenever you feel like quitting, think about WHOS GONNA CARRY THE BOATS? AND THE LOGS? And keep running
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Goggins it!
@electrodynamicorb65482 жыл бұрын
Stretch and cross train including resistance training. Eat enough.
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Yup
@MimsieSky2 жыл бұрын
Training for my first marathon in November...(New York city! Eep!) Lots of good tips :) Thanks!
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Amazing! You got it!!
@eugenecaasi57768 ай бұрын
WOW CONGRATS BRO. AWESOME FEELING
@AlexanderAyling8 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yeah big job done!
@stevez33323 жыл бұрын
MY tip is get comfortable with being uncomfortable. How do you do that well youll learn from your first marathon its kinda hard to explain. Mile 18 the mind games start
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Agreed! The “wall” is real! Haha
@stevez33323 жыл бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling i incorporated strength training this year instead of just running and 2 days cycling but sadly wont get my crack at chicago again until next year to see if this can help overcome that wall. At least know i know what to sorta expect, i finished last year but it certainly wasnt pretty
@jessicamserrano59394 жыл бұрын
I am signing up in September to run the Buffalo marathon in May of 2021! I guess my main fear is my mind taking over and telling my body that I cannot finish. My dad has run two marathons, so I know I'll have a great coach and support system :)
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
Hey Jessica! Good on you for taking the initiative. You have plenty of time to train. Mind over matter. Your body will be screaming at you to stop (not all the time just a few times). That’s where your mind has to come in and be strong. You got it!
@amandaperri94813 жыл бұрын
Great advice! Thank you for this video.
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
No worries! Thanks for watching
@bigflat12384 жыл бұрын
Giving myself 8 years will be 60 years aiming for under 4 hrs ,2 years in ,got the training routine going to cross train cycling ,running ,swimming ,actually managed to stop eating processed food feel the benefits ,
@nicholaoshea33444 жыл бұрын
Good luck!! You can do itttt
@haydenmorgan95963 жыл бұрын
I told my followers on strava ill run marathon if i get 1000 kudos... i got 1600, sooo im here
@daniellerose11144 жыл бұрын
I'm actually planning on running a half marathon in December this year. I'm really nervous about it, but i'm up for the challenge
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
You don't need to be nervous Danielle. Just keep moving, keep training and believe you can do it!
@daniellerose11144 жыл бұрын
@@AlexanderAyling thank you!!! I will
@diannadahlke75482 жыл бұрын
I ran my first marathon at 16 and I know I can do it at 55 wish me luck
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
You got it Dianna! Go go go
@kpopworld-jk2 жыл бұрын
I did my first marathon when i was 11 it was 3 kilometers and it was so fun but yeah tiring too but i troed and tried and finisbed it
@carmelt4205 Жыл бұрын
I'm always "just" the travel planner and mobile support for my husband and I always get envious of all the runners when marathon day comes. Finally decided to at least get in on all the excitement by applying for the NY marathon thinking there's no way someone with zero running experience and also the most unathletic person would ever get a spot. I'm an idiot. The LA heat and humidity has been brutal. I've only gone 14 miles so far (run-walk but more the latter of course) and only 11 miles split in 2 sessions in one day over the last week or so during triple digit temps. I am still unsure of when to take gels. I have over 7 weeks left and I'm still as fast as a turtle...with a broken leg. I just want to finish without dying or hating life forever.
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
Good on ya for signing up - that’s the first hurdle. The answer to help get you safely across the finish line is training. Run, rest, recover. Get some compression socks - and if you can a foam roller or a theragun massage thing. Run until you can’t run, then walk, then once you feel more energy, run again. Make sure you buy salt pills for race day. Gels every 5 miles or so. You can do it!
@WKP19966 ай бұрын
"Don't plan it to long away" my New Year resolution of 2024 was to run a marathon in June 2025 😂 About one month away from my first 10km race and my first half marathon is in September.
@michaelmyers12053 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the vid! Plan on running my first one in December!
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
Go for it Michael!
@lizdelarosa10223 жыл бұрын
Me too!! Good luck to you Michael!
@selinbaysal67083 жыл бұрын
Thenks for the video ıve about 5 months to my first marathon ı hope ill see the finish 💃🏼
@AlexanderAyling3 жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@nino89mb Жыл бұрын
Most important , you have to drink magnesium every day, best is before sleep . and also buy quality whey protien powder drink it daily and after every workout .
@samt78172 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! My first marathon is in 38 daaaayssssss!!!
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
You got it! Keep going!
@colemcdonnell77802 жыл бұрын
Make sure to bring your energy supplements with you when you train! Good to get into a routine and know at which miles on the course to re-up! I use GU Energy at every 5 miles & it’s so important to drink enough water early on (usually at mile 3) to avoid the climb back to hydration. Just my 2 cents 😃
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Solid advice. I found I could run about 6 miles before I needed fuel. GU is great 👍🏽
@f3penang2872 жыл бұрын
Hi. Great advice. Can you please advise more on water and when to take say during a half marathon? You mentioned water at 3miles, and after…? Mile 7? How much water would you consume?
@naimislam77994 жыл бұрын
This video was so good. I’ve signed up for the London marathon in October 😊 wish me luck
@AlexanderAyling4 жыл бұрын
All the best! You got it!
@steventanugrahaify2 жыл бұрын
Great video Alex ! I have signed up for my forst ever maratjon,Cayman Island Marathon on December. It is going to be tough and Im kinda afraid and nervous thinking about it !
@AlexanderAyling2 жыл бұрын
Don’t worry, just run. Train by running a bit more each week. Slow and steady
@ChefDave52 жыл бұрын
Just signed up today and the marathon is this Saturday. Im a runner so I already have training. Ran a 10 mile run today aswell in 1:19.26 sec
@longgunner7625 Жыл бұрын
I just signed up for 2024 La Marathon. Not gonna lie, I’m crapping bricks. Lol.
@AlexanderAyling Жыл бұрын
You’ll be fine it’s basically all down hill 😂👍🏽
@lukearmstrong1694 Жыл бұрын
I am running my first marathon next weekend.
@Gomoon_Global3 жыл бұрын
training for the north korean marathon next April. Who is in ?